Michael McBride from The History Channel 5-28-2026

Mistakes That Made America explores the unexpected accidents, mishaps, and misunderstandings that ended up changing the course of American culture. You can view the program currently on HISTORY.com and on HISTORY's YouTube Channel .Each 6-10-minute episode blends humor with historical insight to illuminate how progress often comes from failure. Hosted by Michael McBride who is the educational content creator behind "Idea Soup," the series mixes on-camera storytelling, archival footage, sketches, and comedic asides to reveal how iconic American products and innovations were born not from perfection, but from chance. The show balances wit with substance, offering a playful yet informative journey through the nation's most consequential mistakes. Michael joined Mike Pomp on the Morning Information Center.